Call for Applications: Part-Time Project Coordinator, “The QWF West Island Project”
QWF is seeking a temporary, part-time coordinator to work on a new artistic development project, funded by the Conseil des arts de Montréal (CAM), to take place at six libraries or community organizations on the West Island of Montreal in 2024. Apply by January 9, 2024.
Read moreWinter-Spring 2024 Workshops Are Now Open for Registration!
QWF is delighted to present the Winter-Spring 2024 writing workshops!
Read moreThe Winners of the 2023 QWF Literary Awards
On Monday, November 13, 2023, Quebec’s English-language literary community gathered for the 25th QWF Literary Awards Gala. Nine winners were revealed in seven categories: first book, spoken word, children’s and young adult literature, non-fiction, poetry, translation, and fiction.
Read moreLawyers’ Account of Racism and Reconciliation in Canada Wins Two Quebec Writers’ Federation Literary Awards
A multi-generational account of racism and reconciliation in Canada by Andrew Stobo Sniderman and Douglas Sanderson (Amo Binashii) has won two Quebec Writers’ Federation (QWF) literary awards.
Read moreRemembering Ian Ferrier, Winner of the 2022 Judy Mappin Community Award
The QWF Community is devastated at the loss of one of its pillars, Ian Ferrier, who passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023.
Read moreDispatches from Ireland by Heather O’Neill, Part Two
In August, author Heather O’Neill boarded a plane to take up the 2023 Max Margles Writing Residency in Dublin. Here is Part Two of her story.
Read moreQuebec Writers’ Federation Announces 2023 College Writers Award Finalists
The Quebec Writers’ Federation (QWF) is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023 QWF College Writers Award.
Read moreQuebec Writers’ Federation Announces 2023 carte blanche Prize Finalists
October 30, 2023 (Montreal, QC) — The Quebec Writers’ Federation (QWF) is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023 carte blanche Prize. The carte blanche Prize is awarded once a year in recognition of an outstanding submission to … More info Read more
Read moreQWF Honours Elise Moser as the Winner of the 2023 Judy Mappin Community Award
The Quebec Writers’ Federation is honoured to announce that the winner of the 2023 Judy Mappin Community Award is Elise Moser.
Read moreDeadline Extended: 2024 Karin Montin LTAC/QWF Mentorship in Literary Translation
Accepting applications from prospective mentees and mentors. Deadline: November 10, 2023.
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